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Associate Judge

Angie Sanchez

Location: Mescalero Apache Tribe, Mescalero, NM

Job Description/Main Duties

Per Article XXVI – Part III the Judiciary shall consist of two associate judges to assist the Chief Judge in hearing all matters before the court. The Associate Judge must qualify per Section 4 of Article XXVI so that they can responsibly carry out all duties of an associate judge to fairly and impartially hear and decide all matters assigned by the chief judge. Under the direct supervision of the Chief Judge

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Hear and preside over all types of cases filed in the Tribal Court, including but not limited to: criminal, traffic, civil (i.e. domestic relations, probate, repossession, breach of contract, personal injury), juvenile and child welfare cases (i.e. neglect, dependency, delinquency, truancy).
  2. Conduct legal research and issue orders in a timely manner.
  3. Preside over bench and jury trials in both criminal and civil matters
  4. Issue search and seizure warrants, arrest warrants and orders of protection where appropriate.
  5. Assist the Chief Judge in the development of the court rules of procedure in all areas listed above.
  6. Adhere to the Tribal Code and Tribal Court Judicial Code of Conduct and Judicial Ethics.

Minimum Qualifications and Desired or Preferred Qualifications

  1. Demonstrate oral and written communication skills as well as the ability to perform legal research and possess analytical skills commensurate with the position of associate judge.
  2. Demonstrate knowledge of general legal principles in all areas listed in “Duties and Responsibilities”.
  3. Demonstrate knowledge of Mescalero Apache Law, Federal Indian Law and other relevant law.
  4. Understand, appreciate and promote the ideas of tribal self-determination and tribal sovereignty.
  5. Possess and demonstrate a judicial temperament.
  6. Possess a working knowledge of computers and software.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
A law degree from an ABA approved law school, or a Master’s level degree with court experience, or a Bachelor of Arts or Sciences with at least 2 years court experience, or an Associates of Arts degree with at least 4 years of court experience or High School diploma or equivalent with at least 5 years of court experience including 2 years serving as a judge.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATES:

  1. A state or tribal bar license is preferred although not a pre-requisite to obtaining the appointment
  2. Must possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license and be insurable.
  3. Must submit to a background check

MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Pursuant to Chapter 2, Section 2-1-4 of the Revised (September 9, 2016) Mescalero Apache Tribal Code, the successful candidate for the position of Associate or Alternate Judge must:

  1. Possess at least one-quarter (1/4) Indian blood and is a member of a federally-recognized Tribe, nation or bank of Indians, or is an Eskimo, Aleut or other Alaskan native.
  2. Be not less than 35 years nor more than 70 years of age; and
  3. Has not been convicted of a felony, or, within one year of a misdemeanor previous to appointment.

Salary range: $58,152.00 to $87148.00

Open until filled. Link for applicants.

Public Defender

Angie Sanchez

LOCATION: Mescalero Apache Tribe, Mescalero, NM

Job Description

The Public Defender will represent individuals subject to any criminal complaint filed in the Mescalero Apache Tribal Court. The Public Defender will work with the Chief Prosecutor’s Office to resolve criminal cases by deferred prosecution for treatment, counseling, family therapy or other options, or plea agreement or trial or sentencing and/or appeal. The Public Defender will work to resolve matters in an ethical and professional manner.

This position description may not include all of the listed duties, nor do all of the listed examples include all tasks, which may be found or assigned to this position.

Duties and Responsibilities
 Represent individuals in criminal court for all matters filed against them.
 Conduct legal research and compose motions and pleas on behalf of the defendants.
 Create forms for eligibility of representation, conflicts, and any other document needed to represent individuals in criminal court.
 Work with the Tribe on any issues involving code development.
 Assist the Chief Judge in the development of the court rules of criminal procedure.
 Develop relationships with the local, state and federal Public Defender’s and Prosecutors office and where necessary, other Tribal Prosecutors and Public Defenders
 Work with the Wellness Court Team to help admit potential individuals into that program, and
 Adhere to the Professional and Ethical Rules of Responsibility.

Minimum Qualifications and Desired or Preferred Qualifications

 1 to 5 years working in a court as a public defender or in a tribal court setting or a court setting of any jurisdiction;
 If no experience, law courses in trial practice, clinical practice, law journal or moot court competition
 Basic understanding of Federal Indian Law, and
 Knowledge of the Mescalero Apache Tribe

Salary range: $58,152.00 to $87,148.00

Open until filled.

Job Summary
The Public Defender will represent individuals subject to any criminal complaint filed in the Mescalero Apache Tribal Court. The Public Defender will work with the Chief Prosecutor’s Office to resolve criminal cases by deferred prosecution for treatment, counseling, family therapy or other options, or plea agreement or trial or sentencing and/or appeal. The Public Defender will work to resolve matters in an ethical and professional manner.

This position description may not include all of the listed duties, nor do all of the listed examples include all tasks, which may be found or assigned to this position.

Duties and Responsibilities
 Represent individuals in criminal court for all matters filed against them.
 Conduct legal research and compose motions and pleas on behalf of the defendants.
 Create forms for eligibility of representation, conflicts, and any other document needed to represent individuals in criminal court.
 Work with the Tribe on any issues involving code development.
 Assist the Chief Judge in the development of the court rules of criminal procedure.
 Develop relationships with the local, state and federal Public Defender’s and Prosecutors office and where necessary, other Tribal Prosecutors and Public Defenders
 Work with the Wellness Court Team to help admit potential individuals into that program, and
 Adhere to the Professional and Ethical Rules of Responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
 Demonstrate oral and written communication skills as well as the ability to perform legal research and possess analytical skills commensurate with the position of a public defender.
 Demonstrate knowledge of general legal principles in all areas listed in “Duties and Responsibilities”.
 Demonstrate knowledge of Mescalero Apache Law, Federal Indian Law and other relevant law.
 Understand, appreciate and promote the ideas of tribal self-determination and tribal sovereignty as it relates to individual rights.
 Possess and demonstrate a respect and proper candor to the court., and
 Possess a working knowledge of computers and software and office management.

Education
 A law degree from an ABA approved law school.

Licenses and Certifications:
 A state or tribal bar license is preferred although not a pre-requisite to obtaining the appointment. However, the candidate must obtain license to practice law within one year of the date of hire.
 Must possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license and be insurable, and
 Must submit to a background check

Minimum Qualifications
 I to 5 years working in a court as a public defender or in a tribal court setting or a court setting of any jurisdiction;
 If no experience, law courses in trial practice, clinical practice, law journal or moot court competition
 Basic understanding of Federal Indian Law, and
 Knowledge of the Mescalero Apache Tribe

Tribal preference and Native American Indian preference shall apply to all positions.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit for prolonged periods, walk; stand; use hands for dexterity of motion; stoop, bend, kneel or crouch, and have normal auditory and verbal communications skills. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment
Work is generally performed in an office setting with a moderate noise level. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required. Evening and/or weekend work may be required. Tight time constraints and multiple demands are common.

Salary & Benefits
Negotiable depending on experience.

Tribal Preference Policy: Tribal Ordinance 06-02, preference will be given to qualified Mescalero Apache Tribal Members, members of other federally recognized tribes, and then to Tribal Affiliates. Applicants not entitled 10 the preference will receive consideration without discrimination based on age, sex, disability or national origin.

Please submit an application, cover letter, resume and 3-5 page-writing sample for employment to the Human Resources Department located at the Tribal Offices. Call 575-464-9276 for more information.

RFP for Sealed Proposals

Angie Sanchez

RFP for Sealed Proposals to supply cleaning services for the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians Department of Health Services

Location: Mshkiki Community Clinic at 1986 Mall Place, Benton Harbor, MI

Please see the RFP at the link provided here.

The Jim Rubin International Fellowship (2025)

Angie Sanchez

Environmental Law Institute, Washington, DC

Job Description/Main Duties

The Fellowship Program empowers rising environmental lawyers from developing countries to tackle complex environmental problems. It reduces financial barriers, provides mentorship, and fosters leadership and creativity so fellows can conduct research that engages and informs the public and policymakers. The Fellowship is based in
Washington, D.C.

Fellows will have the opportunity to conduct legal research, analysis, writing, and editing on a focused project and explore a wide variety of ongoing and short-term research projects at ELI. Fellows will be fully integrated into ELI’s research and policy team, and as such will be expected to work on-site in ELI’s office.

Two fellowships will be available for 2025 for a duration of up to three months. Fellowships will consist of:

  • Mentorship from ELI’s senior staff;
  • Opportunities to participate in educational workshops, seminars, and conferences offered by ELI;
  • High-level networking opportunities; and
  • A desk at ELI’s office in Washington, D.C.

Eligibility and Selection

  • Completion of a legal degree (LLB, JD, SJD, or LLM equivalent) prior to start of fellowship.
  • Preference will be given to candidates from developing countries.
  • Ability to communicate in English in a professional environment.

Legally authorized to travel to and volunteer in the United States for the entire duration of the fellowship. For information on authorization requirements, visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website (https://www.uscis.gov/). Please note that ELI is unable to sponsor visas for fellowship applicants.

Successful applicants will be environmental lawyers in the early stages of their career who show promise as leaders. They embody Jim Rubin’s dedication to environmental protection law and policy, community engagement, and access to justice. They will be committed to research excellence and possess the ability to bring clarity to complex issues.

Candidates should be:

  • Early in their career, preferably within five years of graduating with their legal degree.
  • Interested in building thought- and practical management skills.
  • Show promise and a commitment to excellence.
  • Possess exceptional research, writing, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Have a strong desire to gain knowledge of the environmental field.
  • Focused, independent, reliable, and meticulous

Salary: Each Fellow is eligible for a one-time travel and accommodation stipend (up to $7,500).

Closing date: February 28, 2025

Instructions for applicants.

Term Law Clerks to U.S. District Judge Lauren King

Angie Sanchez

United States District Court, Western District of Michigan

Law clerks work closely with the Judge on civil and criminal litigation filed in District Court.

Candidates must possess excellent research and writing skills. They must also be law
school graduates from an accredited law school; be organized and work well
independently; and be experienced with Word, Westlaw, Lexis, and related platforms.
Judge King’s selection process involves a timed legal research and writing assignment;
therefore, candidates must have access to Westlaw or Lexis. Candidates must also have
at least one year of federal clerkship experience or at least two years of litigation
experience prior to the position start date.

Judiciary Salary Plan (JSP) Grade 11 – 13, depending on experience, qualifications, and bar
membership.

Salary range: $83,104 to $153,982 annually, full-time.

Open until filled; however, priority will be given to applications submitted by March 3, 2025.

Judge King does not accept hard copy applications. Qualified applicants should submit the
following materials via OSCAR or via e-mail (Word or Acrobat .pdf format) to
kingapps@wawd.uscourts.gov:

  • A cover letter of up to three pages addressing the following: (1) your work
    environment preferences (including but not limited to whether you prefer in person
    or hybrid work); (2) how your background and/or experience makes you a good fit for
    a law clerk position, which typically involves a large volume of work and timesensitive matters that may require work during nights and weekends; and
    (3) anything else of note that you would like Judge King to consider.
  • A current resume
  • A minimum of three professional references
  • A writing sample that is five to ten pages in length; the writing sample ideally should be
    written solely by the applicant; however, if it was edited by others, the applicant must
    indicate in the cover letter the extent to which it has been edited by others.
  • A completed AO78, Application for Employment.* For this vacancy announcement (25-
    WAW-10), you do not need to complete the optional background information –
    questions 18, 19, and 20.

MORE INFO HERE.

Go Work at Bay Mills Indian Community

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Penn State Dickinson Law — Opportunity for an Adjunct Faculty Member to Teach Native American Law

Matthew L.M. Fletcher

Penn State Dickinson Law in Carlisle, PA is looking for an adjunct faculty member to teach Native American Law in the Fall 2024 semester.  While in-person instruction is preferred, we are open to a remote synchronously taught course.  If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please do so here.  We welcome interest from applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, including from practicing attorneys, experienced faculty, and those seeking to enter legal education.

National Wildlife Foundation Seeks Tribal Law Director

Matthew L.M. Fletcher

Here.

From the description:

Working closely with the Vice President and the Senior Director of Tribal Partnerships and Policy, the Director, Tribal Law is primarily responsible for leading and collaborating with NWF staff on national policy issues involving Tribal and Indigenous priorities and providing expertise and associated actions on Federal Indian Law and Policy, including improving existing and crafting new policy with a focus on inclusion, equity, and justice as well as NWF’s core values for Tribal and Indigenous partnerships.

The Director, Tribal Law will model the principles and values of NWF’s Tribal and Indigenous Partnerships Enhancement Strategy (TIPES) and Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC). This position will forge authentic relationships and partnerships across the country to support Tribal Sovereignty; advance Indigenous policy priorities; and work directly with Tribes and Indigenous Peoples to uplift their voices.

Jaune Smith

U of Arizona Seeking Asst. Vice Provost — Native American Initiatives

Matthew L.M. Fletcher

Here.

From the description:

The Office of the Provost at the University of Arizona invites applications and nominations for the position of Assistant Vice Provost, Native American Initiatives. Ranked among the top 50 of all public universities in the nation according to U.S. News and World Report, UArizona is the state’s land-grant university, a federally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution and a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). Located on the traditional homelands of the Tohono O’odham and Pascua Yaqui Tribes, the University of Arizona is committed to sustaining partnerships with all 22 sovereign Native Nations across the state of Arizona. The University of Arizona acknowledges the sovereignty status of Native Nations and is driven to support self-determination efforts through its Native partnerships and initiatives. The Assistant Vice Provost, Native American Initiatives will establish a vision, set goals, and enhance the university infrastructure to foster a culturally responsive and inclusive campus environment in accordance with the Native American Initiatives 2022-2027 Strategic Plan.

Friday Job Announcements

Arianna Morseau

To post an open Indian law or leadership job to Turtle Talk, send all of the following information to indigenous@law.msu.edu

In the email body:

A typed brief description of the position which includes

  • Position title
  • Location (city, state)
  • Main duties
  • Closing date
  • Any other pertinent details, such as a link to the application
  • An attached PDF job announcement or link to the position description

Pueblo of Laguna

Prosecutor. Laguna, NM. Full-time attorney to prosecute adult criminal defendants and juveniles in Laguna Pueblo Court for violating Laguna Pueblo law.  Advocates for the Pueblo to achieve justice and rehabilitation. Works in office having a full-time assistant and victim’s advocate and is under supervision of the Pueblo Governor.  Easy commute from Albuquerque metro. Remote work available. Compensation DOE. Open until filled.

New Mexico Legal Aid

Director for Native American Program. Santa Ana, NM. New Mexico Legal Aid is seeking a Director for its Native American Program. The Native American Program (NAP) provides free legal services to low-income Native Americans living on or near the nineteen (19) Pueblos, and outreach and community education to the community of the Mescalero Apache Nation. NAP is funded by the Legal Services Corporation and is part of New Mexico Legal Aid’s statewide program. Open until filled.

Pechanga Band of Indians

Senior Associate General Counsel. Temecula, CA. The Senior Associate General Counsel works under the direct supervision of the General Counsel.  The Senior Associate General Counsel provides strategic legal advice and counsel to the Pechanga Band of Indians and all of its governmental and commercial entities to advance compliance with applicable laws, and minimize legal risk to the Tribe and its assets. The Senior Associate General Counsel also advocates for the Tribe’s interests at the direction of the General Counsel in negotiations and legal and administrative proceedings. Filing Deadline: Until filled.

Office of the Solicitor – U.S. Department of the Interior

Attorney-Advisor. Phoenix, AZ (Telework eligible). The Solicitor’s Office performs a wide variety of the legal work for the United States Department of the Interior.  The selected Attorney-Advisor will provide legal advice on and legal services for matters pertaining to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), including public lands management, western water law, laws and regulations of general applicability to Federal agencies, such as the Federal Land Management and Policy Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, National Reclamation Act, and other relevant federal laws. Applicants should have the ability to interact and negotiate with Tribes, States, and local governmental entities, regarding contracts, agreements, and other matters. Closing date: Friday, October 13, 2023, and applications may be used to fill additional positions as vacancies become available.

Washington Department of Revenue

Compact Negotiation and Tribal Legal Affairs Coordinator. Tumwater, WA. The Department of Revenue’s Executive Division/Tribal Partnerships Program is excited to announce an incredible opportunity as a Compact Negotiation and Tribal Legal Affairs Coordinator (Tax Policy Specialist 4). In this position you will provide legal advice, legal analysis, policy recommendations, and other support. Additionally, your expertise is needed on politically sensitive state and national issues having significant impact on the agency, the Tribes, and the State. This position will also serve as a key member of the Department’s compact negotiation team and may assist in dispute resolution with tribes. Closing Date 10/31/2023 11:59 PM.

California Tribal Families Coalition

ICWA Post-graduate Legal Fellow. Remote, CA. California Tribal Families Coalition is honored to offer the San Manuel Tribal Advocacy Fellowship – a new post-graduation position for law students who have lived experience in tribal communities and a demonstrated interest in federal Indian/tribal law or child welfare. The Fellowship is a one-year position and will provide a competitive salary, student loan forgiveness as needed, and mentoring and training in Indian law, specifically in Indian child welfare work. Priority consideration is given to UCLA Law graduates. Applicants must be planning to take the summer California Bar Exam and commit to the one-year position beginning in or around August. The Fellow’s main duties will consist of legal research for tribal clients, representing tribal clients in child welfare cases, and presenting research to clients and attorney committees. Applications due October 27, 2023, 11:59 PM Pacific.

University of Minnesota, Duluth

Department of Social Work Assistant or Associate Professor. Duluth, MN. Individuals who hold underrepresented and/or marginalized identities, especially American Indian and other Indigenous people, are strongly encouraged to apply. Job duties and responsibilities for this full time, tenure track faculty position include teaching courses in a variety of areas in both BSW and MSW programs; advising students; conducting and publishing scholarly research; providing professional, community and university service; and mentoring and supervising students in social work field placements. Open until filled.

Settlement Division of the Bureau of Trust Funds Administration

Program Analyst. Remote. Provides appeals analyst support to the OTAR Settlement Division’s Administrative Appeals Program by handling standard and complex administrative appeals cases from inception to final disposition. Researches and drafts decisions in administrative appeals cases, as well as provides briefings and/or issue papers, talking points or reports. Serves as project manager and primary point of contact on assigned trust-related litigation support cases, which can include recommending appropriate research, analysis, and accounting methods for addressing trust-related issues, directing the work of contractors conducting analysis of mismanagement and damage claims, preparing specific historical accountings, and responding to records production requests. Serves as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) or, until COR II certification obtained, supports COR in managing and administering contracts. Closing date: Friday, October 13, 2023.

California Indian Legal Services

Domestic Violence Staff Attorney. McKinleyville, CA. Supervised by the Directing Attorney, the Domestic Violence (DV) Staff Attorney will work collaboratively with the DV Advocate to provide exceptional legal services in domestic violence cases, sexual assault, stalking and sex trafficking. This position includes general office and case management work. Open until filled.

Office of the General Counsel

General Attorney. Seattle, WA. The incumbent may be asked to serve any of the client agencies within HHS. Attorneys in OGC-Region X provide legal advice and litigation support to the Department in complex matters requiring extensive research and sophisticated analysis of administrative law, judicial decisions, and statutes and regulations. Attorneys must be competent in a wide range of legal skills, including analytical and problem-solving skills; experience preparing legal briefs and/or memoranda; experience in applying statutes, regulations, and policies; experience providing oral and written advice; and the ability to relate effectively with clients (in-person and remote). Attorneys are expected to do their own legal research and writing and be substantially self-sufficient in preparing day-to-day correspondence and pleadings. Closing Date: Until filled.

Earthjustice

Associate Attorney, Northwest. Seattle, WA. The Northwest Office of Earthjustice is looking to hire an Associate Attorney that is available to start between January and September 2024. Although the primary focus of the Northwest office is representing environmental and community groups in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, we often take cases with national and international scope.  For example, the Northwest office is representing the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe in fighting the Dakota Access Pipeline and is also litigating numerous cases fighting rollbacks of environmental and health protections by the Trump administration, including a reversal of a proposed ban on a dangerous pesticide, chlorpyrifos, and rollbacks of the Clean Water Act, the Endangered Species Act, and the National Environmental Policy Act. Apply By Date: Oct 15, 2023.

Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe

RFP – Architectural Design Services. Fallon, NV. The Tribe has significant funding to design, build, and operate a cultural resources center on the Tribe’s Reservation in northern Nevada.  It is a unique opportunity that arose as mitigation for expansion of a nearby military base onto public lands that have great importance to the Tribe, its culture, and its lifeways.  The Tribe hopes that the new center will help its members both protect and strengthen its culture for generations to come. The deadline for submittal is December 1, 2023.

Oglala Sioux Tribe

Attorney General. Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, SD. The Attorney General is the Chief Prosecutor of the Oglala Sioux Tribe. The Attorney General shall be directly responsible to the Oglala Sioux Tribal Council. The Attorney General may be dismissed upon ninety (90) days written notice by the Oglala Sioux Tribal Council. The Attorney General is responsible for providing administrative, management, and technical expertise in performing all administrative and programmatic functions of the Oglala Sioux Tribe Attorney General’s Office. The Attorney General will supervise a support staff of eight (8) persons, including four (4) Tribal Prosecutors and four (4) clerks, in the day-to-day operations of the office. The Attorney General shall be responsible for their work performance, time and attendance, approval and disapproval of leave, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions, if necessary. Open until filled.

DNA-People’s Legal Services

Hopi Public Defender – Managing Attorney. Keams Canyon, AZ. DNA-People’s Legal Services is a non-profit law firm providing free, high-quality legal services to people living in poverty on the Navajo, Hopi, and Jicarilla Apache Nations, and parts of Northern Arizona, Northwest New Mexico, and Southern Utah. In addition to providing civil legal services in those areas, DNA serves as the Public Defender for the Hopi Tribal Court. No closing date – Open Until Filled.

Staff Attorney. Farmington, NM, or Hybrid-Remote. DNA – People’s Legal Services (“DNA”) is committed to providing high quality legal services to persons living in poverty on the Navajo, Hopi and Jicarilla Apache Reservations, and in parts of Northern Arizona, Northwest New Mexico, and Southern Utah. DNA’s main office, as well as DNA’s Fort Defiance branch office, are located in Window Rock, Arizona. DNA also has branch offices in Chinle, Arizona, Tuba City, Arizona, Flagstaff, Arizona, on the Hopi BIA judicial compound near Keams Canyon, Arizona, and Farmington, New Mexico. DNA legal staff practice in tribal, state, federal, and administrative courts. No closing date – open until filled.

Office of the General Counsel – U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

General Attorney. Seattle, WA. The Office of the General Counsel is the legal team for HHS, providing quality representation and legal advice on a wide range of highly visible national issues. OGC supports the development and implementation of the Department’s programs by providing the highest quality legal services to the Secretary of HHS and the organization’s various agencies and divisions. Open until filled.

Standing Rock Sioux Tribe

Chief Judge. Fort Yates, ND. The Chief Judge shall administer justice and discharge all duties in accordance with the Standing Rock Constitution and Standing Rock Sioux Tribal Code of Justice.  The Chief Judge shall be responsible for the administration of the Tribal Court, the assignment of cases, and the management of the Court’s calendar and business.  Duties of the Chief Judge include, but are not limited to: 1) hear and decide cases and enter judgments; 2) preside at arraignments, pre-trial hearings, trials, sentencing hearings, and all civil and family court hearings as assigned; 3) conduct legal research and writing as necessary for the decision in a case; and 4) timely issue rulings and written Court orders and judgments setting out findings of fact and conclusions of law interpreting, applying and enforcing tribal law, and federal an state law as applicable. Closing Date: Open until filled.

Chief Prosecutor. Fort Yates, ND. The Chief Prosecutor shall represent the interests of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe in prosecuting individuals alleged to have violated criminal provisions of the Standing Rock Tribal Code of Justice.  The responsibilities of the chief Prosecutor include, but are not limited to:  1) reviewing reports, complaints, and citations; 2) filing appropriate criminal charges in the Standing Rock Tribal Court; 3) coordinating with law enforcement; 4) interviewing witnesses and gathering evidence; 5) legal research and writing; 6) drafting complaints, pleadings, and motions; 7) issuing subpoenas; 8) preparing and presenting cases for trial; and 9) managing the Tribal Prosecution Office. Closing Date: Open until filled.

Friends Committee on National Legislation

Legislative Manager of Native American Advocacy. Washington, DC (hybrid). Main duties: Represent FCNL to Congress and the Executive Branch; Develop a comprehensive change strategy; Work in coalition with our colleague organizations; Coordinate with other members of the Policy and Advocacy Team; Provide and develop expertise; Represent FCNL positions in the media. Closing date: November 1, 2023.

Pueblo of Sandia

Assistant General Counsel-Contracting. Albuquerque, NM. Under the general supervision of the General Counsel, the Assistant General Counsel – Contracting serves as a key member of the Pueblo’s legal team.  The responsibilities of the position cover a wide range of legal matters that would typically confront a tribal general counsel’s office, including: providing a diverse range of legal advice to the Pueblo; ensuring the Pueblo’s legal and sovereign interests are protected; and serving as the primary contact and expert for the Pueblo’s contracting matters, subject to the direction and oversight of the General Counsel. Open until filled.

Yurok Tribe

Summer 2024 Law Clerk. Klamath, CA. Main duties include legal research, writing internal legal memoranda, drafting ordinances, conducting policy analysis, and attending tribal department meetings and Tribal Council. We are recruiting on a rolling basis, we consider fall, winter, and spring positions, and we do not have a closing date.

Alaska Legal Services Corporation

Native Law Staff Attorney. Bethel or Anchorage, AK. Full-time (35 hours per week) staff attorney to provide legal services to Association of Village Council Presidents (“AVCP”) member Tribes and tribal members. This position primarily involves representation of tribal clients in state child welfare proceedings, enforcing the Indian Child Welfare Act; and managing a caseload of state court child in need of aid cases. Other duties may also involve litigating other Native law matters on behalf of AVCP Tribes and tribal members. Position open until filled.

Montana Legal Services Association

Intake Specialist. Helena or Billings MT. Montana Legal Services Association is hiring for an Intake Specialist. Responsibilities include: Answer incoming HelpLine calls and perform interviews of applicants for legal services, maintain calendars in the case management system and schedule advice appointments with MLSA advocates as appropriate, ability and willingness to work cooperatively and collegially within a decentralized statewide law firm, determine the legal needs and financial eligibility of the applicant for program services. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and we hope to fill the position before October 31, 2023. However, the position will remain open until filled.

Disaster Outreach/Intake Assistant. Billings MT. Montana Legal Services Association is hiring for a Disaster Outreach/Intake Assistant. Responsibilities include: Respectfully interview potential applicants for legal services who may be under stress of legal action, elicit factual information from applicants, analyze the type of legal problem presented to determine whether MLSA may assist, or whether a referral is appropriate, and evaluate legal need and financial eligibility of the applicant. Work with MLSA’s Disaster Relief Program Coordinator and/or the Pro Bono Project Coordinator to integrate disaster legal assistance into MLSA’s statewide program. Regularly connect with MLSA’s Communications Manager to ensure that Disaster Outreach efforts reflect and coincide with the movement of MLSA’s communications as a whole. Recruit and support volunteers across the state willing to assist with the civil legal needs of victims of disaster. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and we hope to fill the position before October 31, 2023. However, the position will remain open until filled.

Medical Legal Partnership Attorney. Missoula, Helena or Billings MT. Montana Legal Services Association is hiring two attorney positions for our Medical Legal Partnership Program.  Responsibilities include: Travel to partner Community Health Centers to conduct training, hold regular office hours, and provide legal services to address patients’ needs, provide orientation and training activities for Health Center partners, including how to make appropriate referrals, Interview, advise, and represent eligible clients on civil matters, develop and maintain specialized knowledge of the health-harming legal needs of patients, provide services ranging from brief counsel and advice, to more extended representation on core legal issues affecting patients in the Community Health system. A law degree and current license to practice law in Montana is preferred. We will consider applicants with the ability to waive in with a qualifying UBE score, or a willingness to take and pass the next Montana Bar Exam. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and we hope to fill the position before November 30, 2023. However, the position will remain open until filled.

Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate

Public Defender. Agency Village, SD. It is the duty of the Public Defender to represent indigent defendants charged with crimes within the boundaries of the Lake Traverse Reservation. The licensed attorney should have experience in criminal defense, filing pretrial motions, representing their client at all stages of the proceeding, and conducting bench and jury trials. This individual will assist with representing parents in all juvenile cases, including but not limited to, child abuse, neglect, dependency, and unruly and delinquent cases. The applicant may be needed to assist with Indian Child Welfare Act cases, and should be able to understand motions to intervene and/or transfer from State Court ICWA proceedings. This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED. (Tribal Preference will apply).

New Mexico Legal Aid

Director – Native American Program. Santa Ana, NM. New Mexico Legal Aid is seeking a Director for its Native American Program.  The Native American Program (NAP) provides free legal services to low-income Native Americans living on or near the nineteen (19) Pueblos, and outreach and community education to the community of the Mescalero Apache Nation. NAP is funded by the Legal Services Corporation and is part of New Mexico Legal Aid’s statewide program. Deadline to apply: Until filled.

Pine Tree Legal Assistance

Staff Attorney. Bangor, ME. Pine Tree Legal Assistance, Inc. is seeking a staff attorney for its Indigenous Peoples Unit. This is primarily a litigation position, and the attorney will be in court or appearing in administrative proceedings on a regular basis for low-income tribal members. Most cases are in the Passamaquoddy Tribal Courts and the Penobscot Nation Tribal Court. The attorney will also be responsible for creating client education materials, coordinating with tribal community partners, and performing outreach across the five Wabanaki tribal communities. Experience working with tribes and tribal members is strongly preferred. Position is open until filled

Michigan Indian Legal Services

Part-time Legal Assistant. Traverse City, MI. Michigan Indian Legal Services (MILS) has an opening for a part-time Legal Secretary/Assistant to work out of our Traverse City office. The Legal Secretary/ Assistant will primarily be aiding attorneys with their state-wide case work, performing intakes, maintaining client files. Open until filled.

Rothstein Donatelli LLP

Associate Attorney – Indian Law. Tempe, AZ. Rothstein Donatelli LLP has offices in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Tempe, Arizona. The Tempe office is seeking an associate attorney for its Indian law practice group. The ideal candidate will have three or more years of experience with a demonstrated commitment to the highest quality of legal practice, excellent research and writing skills, and an interest in representing tribal Nations. Experience in Indian law is not required. Open until filled.

St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin

Staff Attorney. Siren, WI. Provides legal representation to the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin. The candidate will assist the St. Croix Legal Department in legal research, drafting documents, contract review, and review/revise existing St. Croix code of laws. The candidate must be barred in the State of Wisconsin. Indian preference applies. Open until filled.

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